Over 50 young ones of different species were born in the Bannerghatta Biological Park here in the capital of the south Indian state of Karnataka, after the recent deaths of big cats, park authorities said today.
Eleven-year-old tigress "Manasa" gave birth to four cubs on March 25 while nine-year-old tigress "Menaka" gave birth to a cub on March 11, they said.
The park also welcomed seven little fawns, 13 baby Sambar deer and 25 black bucks in March, they said adding, elephants "Veda" and "Vanitha" delivered a male and female calf on March 22 and March 19 respectively.
Terming the new additions as a happy sign, the authorities said all precautions are being taken to improve the upkeep and hygiene of the park.
Besides, an additional veterinarian has been appointed and wildlife experts and veterinarians are being consulted on a regular
basis, they said.